FAQs

Here you have everything you ever wanted to know about our lovely prints and wall art. If your question isn’t here, drop us a line and we will be super happy to help.

GENERAL

WHO CAN USE OUR WALL DECALS?

Bubbles and Bubbles® wall decals is the perfect solution for the do-it-yourselfer/aspiring interior designer looking for a new fresh way to design your kids nursery or playroom without the commitment of the traditional paints, wallpapers or posters. Others who can enjoy the benefits of our premium peel & stick wall coverings include: renters, new home buyers, kindergarten or nursery decorating, schools, set designers... the list is endless!

DO THE COLORS/TONES OF THE ACTUAL PRINTS OR WALL ART LOOK LIKE THE IMAGES WE SEE ONLINE?

We have made every effort to ensure fidelity between the images you see on our website and the final prints you will receive. However, since the colors you see depend on your computer monitor settings, we cannot guarantee they are 100% accurate.

DO YOU OFFER CUSTOM COLORS OR LETTERS (name of my baby etc)?

Yes! We welcome all custom inquiries and strive to ensure that your vision comes alive. Prices and turnaround time will vary depending on request. Please contact sales@bubblesandbubbles.com

CAN YOU PUT A GIFT MESSAGE IN WITH MY ORDER?

You can leave us a note in our checkout process mention that your order is a gift followed by a message to your recipient. We will make sure your recipient will receive a special gift with a very beautiful note from you.

DO YOU SHIP WORLDWIDE?

We ship to most countries. Please be sure to read our shipping section for international shipping fees and our notes about customs/duties/taxes.

CAN I COPY OR USE THE IMAGES FROM THIS WEBSITE ON MY OWN WEBSITE, BLOG, BUSINESS CARD, ETC.?

No. All rights to all the images on this site are reserved by Bubbles and Bubbles® and are protected by Spanish and International copyright laws. Images that we share on this site are for informational purposes only and may not be used in any way without prior permission. To ask for special permission please send us and email to mail@bubblesandbubbles.com.

IF I BUY A PRINT OR WALL ART, CAN I MAKE A COPY OF IT? DON'T I OWN IT?

When you purchase a print or a piece of original artwork, you do not purchase the copyright or the right to reproduce the image in any form: You purchase only a physical copy of the image. You may not use or copy any images for any reason without prior permission, even if the use is noncommercial, not for profit, educational, or for your own private use.

HOW CAN I PUT YOUR PRINTS OR WALL ART DECALS ON MY BABY SHOWER REGISTER?

You can register for our prints by using www.myregistry.com

Already have a MyRegistry.com account? Add baby gifts to your registry from our shop in Etsy.com using our browser button or the MyRegistry.com mobile app.

A Bubbles and Bubbles®gift is justperfect for expecting families that are looking to add something different to their baby registry.

PRINTS

ARE THE PRINTS ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINTS?

Yes, a photographic print that is printed and held by a photographer during his or her lifetime is considered an original. All prints are made in Bubbles and Bubbles®lab from high resolution digital vectorized drawings (originally drawn by hand and then digitalized)

DO YOU OFFER FRAMING?

To avoid increasing our shipping prices for you we do not offer framed option. We believe that nowadays is easy to find a convenient and beautiful framing option within local businesses or in the most common furniture stores. Our prints are shown in the shop fitted in the IKEA most famous frame, the RIBBA. You will find the perfect frame within its series for our A3 and A4 format high quality prints. Also, you can choose whether or not to put the mat, it is up to you and your design.

All of our prints are created and printed by Bubbles and Bubbles® in our lab using archival pigment inks on museum grade 270 gsm fine art photo paper with a matte finish – they are professionally printed from high resolution format digital files and hold their sharp focus and quality at every size we offer.

WALL ART – DECALS

WHY WOULD I WANT TO USE A WALL DECAL?

Wall decals are a quick and easy way to decorate your home without damaging your walls with hooks or paint. Asides from walls, they can be placed to any smooth, not-porous surface; including windows, doors, mirrors, furniture, etc.

WHAT MATERIALS DO YOU USE FOR YOUR WALL ART DECALS?

We use a high quality matte PVC-Free German eco-film. We decided to avoid vinyl because it contains toxic PVC which is not only bad for the health of your little ones but also is less eco-friendly than the new eco products.

The eco film and the eco over laminate which protects the printed film are both PVC-free and the most new and high quality materials we have found. They are materials fabricated in the European Union by the well-known brand 3M, they are the most sustainable and healthy materials you can choose today on the market. These new graphic materials from 3M offer leading-edge technology, best-in-class performance and an edge on sustainability. Of course common Vinyl is a cheaper option, but our health and the planet is not meant to be treated the cheap way. Don´t you think so?

Learn more about our decision to go for the most eco and healty solution with PVC-free materials.

CAN I USE THE WALL DECALS IN ANY WALLS?

Our decals will stick to any wall as long as it is smooth and not super porous. We do not recommend to apply them on bumpy, rough or textured walls such as stucco or eggshell painted surfaces. Bumpy walls will create pockets of air in between the sticker and the wall, thus interfere with the sticker adhering. They are also not recommended for brick or non-painted cement surfaces. Bubbles and Bubbles®is not responsible if graphics applied to a bumpy texture do not stick.

We offer the highest quality wall decals, not only the wall decal is made with the newest and most eco-friendly materials but also it goes with anon-PVC Overlaminate for enhanced scratch resistance and UV protection. This protection makes you wall art easy to clean and durable because it has been designed for use indoors and out, for signs, walls, windows, floors and even partial vehicle wraps. However, we recommend to use them only indoors because the sticker material may be affected by harsh weather conditions. The colors may fade of strong sun exposure or rain.

HOW EASY IS TO INSTALL THE WALL ART?

Our wall art is made from the highest quality PVC-free films which not only are the best eco solution but also incorporates air release channels and slideability (3M™ Controltac™ technology) for quick and easy, time-saving installation.

IS THE WALL DECAL STICKER REMOVABLE?

Of Course! They are easily removable by lifting the top edge corner with your fingertips and peeling the stickers in a downward motion at a 45 degree angle.

CAN I CLEAN THE WALL DECAL ONCE IT IS INSTALLED?

Yes! You can gently wipe your wallpaper with a dry cloth.

However, excessive harsh scrubbing or chemical cleaner may damage the surface. We are not responsible for any damage that may occur to your wall decal due to cleaning.

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY WALL WORKS WITH WALL DECALS?

If you are not sure of whether the decal will work in your wall or not you can test out your wall with a simple small piece of masking or washi tape. The masking tape has a very low-tack adhesive, and usually works as a good indicator if the decals will stick or not.

CAN YOU STICK WALL DECALS ON NEWLY PAINTED WALLS?

Yes but you have to allow at least 30 days on newly painted surfaces. It should be completely dry or bubbles can occur if the paint is still out-gassing.

Please note that some of the new new Non-VOC paints might contain small amounts of silicone and thus not work very well with anything sticky. You can always test your wall with a simple piece of masking tape, if it sticks then our decals will too.

CAN I USE WALL DECALS IN THE BATHROOM OR KITCHEN?

Absolutely! As long as you keep them out of direct contact with water, our fabric stickers and wall decals are prefect for bathroom and kitchen use. The stickers can be applied to mirrors, glass surfaces and tiles.

Make sure the bathroom or kitchen has the walls completely dry, do not shower or create humidity 3hours before applying the wall decal, and leave it dry until 3 hours after to make sure the wall art is well sitck.

HOW DO I CLEAN THE SURFACE BEFORE APPLYING MY WALL DECAL?

Use a warm, damp cloth or sponge to clean the wall surface or window and allow it to completely dry before applying your sticker or decal.

CAN I INSTALL YOUR WALL DECALS ON WALLPAPER?

You can, but we recommend not to. There is always a risk that the wallpaper will peel off when removing the decal.

HOW LONG CAN I KEEP THE WALL DECAL BEFORE INSTALLING IT?

We recommend installing the decal within at least within a couple months of purchase. Some variables such as temperature or light may affect the properties of the application tape that is on top of the vinyl, making it harder to apply later. If you plan on waiting, it’s best to store the decals in a cool, dark and dry place until application.

I LIVE IN A RENTED APARTMENT, WILL YOUR WALL DECALS LEAVE RESIDUE WHEN REMOVED?

Technically not. Our wall decals allow a residue-free removal for up to 2 years. However, be aware that if applied to very old walls or furniture, the paint may peel off upon removal if the paint was already flaky or in poor condition. Always take care to make sure that your wall is suited for decals before installation.

HOW LONG WILL THE WALL DECALS LAST ON MY WALLS?

We made the wall decals with the most high-quality materials so if left alone they can last for years!

IS THE WALL DECAL MATERIAL FIRE CERTIFIED?

Meets the fire certification requirements of EN45545-2 (Rail) and EN13501-1 (Buildings), making it suitable for a wide range of indoor use.

ORDERING, SHIPPING AND RETURNS

CAN YOU PUT A GIFT MESSAGE IN WITH MY ORDER?

You can leave us a note in our checkout process mention that your order is a gift followed by a message to your recipient. We will make sure your recipient will receive a special gift with a very beautiful note from you.

DO YOU SHIP WORLDWIDE?

We ship to most countries. Please be sure to read our shipping section for international shipping fees and our notes about customs/duties/taxes.

HOW DO I COMPLETE AN ORDER?

Ordering our products is easy! Simply navigate to the design or characters that you are interested in. From the drop-down selections, please choose the colors you like (we offer 7 different option to suit your nursery design) and the quantity. All that is left to do is add it to your cart and proceed to the simple and easy checkout process. You are now well on your way to making your kid space the best one!

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY ORDER?

Each order will typically take between 24-48 to process, print and prepare for shipping. Then, depending on your address it will take between 3 days and 2 weeks. Remember! We ship worldwide. Patience is worthy, promise! Custom orders will more than likely need additional time to process but not more than 4-5 business days.

WHAT TYPES OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?

We currently accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover Card and Paypal.

IS MY PAYMENT SECURE?

Absolutely! You can shop with confidence as we have partnered with an industry leading payment gateway to accept credit cards payments safely and securely for our customers. We adhere to strict industry standards for payment processing, including:

WILL I RECEIVE A SHIPPING/TRACKING NUMBER OF MY ORDER ONCE IT HAS BEEN SHIPPED?

Yes! You will receive a confirmation email containing the tracking number of your shipment.

HOW IS THE PRODUCT PACKAGED?

Each individual set of wall decals of your order will be hand rolled and wrapped with care to provide the utmost in protection. The roll will be placed within a secured tube and shipped direct to your door!

The same way prints will be shipped in in a secured tube when they are A3 size while A3 size will be shipped a rigid envelope.

WHAT IS YOUR RETURN POLICY?

As a manufacturer of custom products, we do not stock any finished products. All materials are printed based on specific customer’s orders. This assures you of fresh material on every order. We do not offer refunds or accept returns on any order. We are happy to offer an exchange for any incorrect (an item other than what you ordered) or damaged items within 14 days of the date of receipt. Items must be returned unused and in the original box it was shipped in. We refer to 'unused' as wall decals that have not been peeled from the back release liner. If panels are peeled from the release liner they become final sale without negotiation. We require that you contact us at orders@bubblesandbubbles.com for a return authorization number prior to sending your shipment back for exchange. If you have any questions about our return policy, please do not hesitate to contact us!

SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY

ELIMINATION OF CHEMICALS OF CONCERN

The materials we use were designed to exclude certain chemicals of concern, without sacrificing high performance. In fact, these new products, which are non-PVC and do not contain any added chlorine or other halogens, exceed most current high performance characteristics.

What is the Problem with PVC and those Chemicals of concern?

"Chemicals of concern" can be chemicals widely used in the manufacturing of many products. They can be regulated or not, but are typically believed to pose a potential health or environmental concern.

Halogens, like fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine, have traditionally been used as the foundation of plastics. For example, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) films are typically very stable, durable and long lasting. These are all highly desirable attributes for long-term graphic materials. As a point of reference, halogens are also found in flame retardants, like PBDE.

The issue with halogenated plastics occurs during disposal. If the material is incinerated, the halogen is freed from the plastic structure. During the incineration process, halogens, which are highly reactive, react with any available water (a byproduct of incineration) to form very strong acids, like HCl and HF. To prevent these byproducts from going into the atmosphere, the incineration stack must have special scrubbers that limit halogen release and also require certain chemicals to neutralize the material. These chemicals then become hazardous waste. Adding to the issues, the incineration of halogenated materials can be costly.

So, just what does "no added chlorine or other halogens" really mean?

It means that the industry has found a way to develop these products without intentionally adding certain chemicals of concern to them.

The Concern about Phthalates

You'll be glad to know that our materials (film and laminate) are phthalate-free. Dialkyl ortho-phthalates, or just phthalates for short, are a family of chemicals traditionally used in the PVC industry as plasticizers to make films more flexible. This family of chemicals--especially DBP, BBP, DEHP, DINP, DNOP, and DIDP--is becoming more regulated globally due to potential health concerns associated with them.

Although these kind of graphic materials are intended for commercial and industrial markets, it is interesting to note that in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) regulates these phthalates in children's products. In the EU (European Union), several phthalates are listed as REACH Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs).

Decrease in Solvent Usage

Cast vinyl gets its name from the manufacturing process used to make these films. This process uses solvents, some of which are known to have environmental and health concerns. The new Films we use are a high-performance non-PVC polymer, not a cast vinyl. This means that during the manufacturing process, it is used 60% less solvent. By decreasing the solvent usage, we are reducing the exposure to these chemicals by the workers at the manufacturing facility.

Bio-Based Materials

The 2002 US Farm Bill describes biobased products as commercial or industrial products (other than food or feed) that are composed in whole, or in significant part, of biological products, renewable agricultural materials (including plant, animal, and marine materials), or forestry materials.

Many chemicals, including plastics, are primarily made from carbon. Although carbon is a very abundant element, graphic films are traditionally based on carbon from fossil fuels, like petroleum. By switching to using bio-based materials, the carbon is from a renewable resource rather than petroleum.

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BUBBLES AND BUBBLES

bubbles and bubbles® is a young design brand for kids offering high quality and great design products for babies and toddlers made from the European most sustainable and safe materials. Made in Spain.

We know how integral a healthy environment is to the well-being of young children; which is why we only produce the most safe and highest quality products. Our strict product selection and design criteria are driven by our commitment to these values.

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